Welcome to Verdantas, where innovation meets sustainability, and your career finds purpose. At Verdantas, we are pioneers in delivering a comprehensive suite of environmental consulting, sustainable engineering, cutting-edge modeling, and digital technology services. Specializing in thriving markets with strong growth trends, we play a pivotal role in shaping sustainable project outcomes across diverse sectors such as power, renewable energy, water resources, government land use, and transportation infrastructure. Our dynamic team, comprised of environmental scientists, engineers, geologists, and technical specialists, collaborate closely with clients, harnessing state-of-the-art technology to provide highly accurate datasets and models that tackle intricate environmental and infrastructure challenges. We pride ourselves on going beyond conventional problem-solving; we function as strategic partners, actively assisting clients in realizing their infrastructure and sustainability goals. Verdantas stands at the forefront with a robust team of 1,900+ professionals, including top-tier scientists, engineers, and technical experts strategically positioned throughout the U.S. Our commitment to excellence is grounded in a people-focused culture, prioritizing the well-being of our employees, clients, and the communities we serve. As a reliable partner, Verdantas offers integrated solutions and forward-thinking strategies in environmental consulting, engineering, and digital technology services. Join us on this journey where your skills and passion align with our mission to create a sustainable future through groundbreaking solutions. At Verdantas, your career transcends traditional boundaries, and your impact extends far beyond the workplace. Discover a workplace where your talents thrive, and your contributions make a lasting difference. **Job Description:** Our growing Southeast Area team is currently seeking a motivated and talented **_Department Leader_** for our Environmental, Assessment and Remediation (EAR) practice. Our Southeast Area EAR practice focuses on site assessment/remedial investigations and design, environmental regulatory compliance and support, feasibility studies, emerging contaminants, and property transaction due diligence for clients in industrial, power, water, and government end markets. The Department Leader will be instrumental in the continued growth of our Southeast market through people development, sustainability, and client engagement. **REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES:** + Understand, protect and promote our empathetic, people-focused culture in all aspects of the business. + Lead with empathy, strong communication, and a people-focused approach to achieve successful results for the Southeast Area. + Support and shape the company’s people-focused culture by promoting inclusivity, diversity, and collaboration by reinforcing positive workplace values and encouraging teamwork and cross-functional collaboration. + Lead the Department and collaborate with teams across Verdantas to drive a positive, engaging workplace consistent with our core values. + Ensure the Department meets its operational performance metrics including utilization, billing, collections, sales, and health & safety. + Ensure the Department delivers quality work and achieves client satisfaction. + Drive Department staffing, hiring, retention, and engagement efforts. + Expand Verdantas’ presence and market share in the Southeast Area. + Monitor weekly workload and staff allocation to balance resources and project demands. + Review weekly time sheets and expense reports and ensures that company policies and procedures are followed. + Actively manage their own projects and clients with strong financial performance and high client satisfaction. + Mentor staff to achieve personal and career growth. + Conduct performance reviews and engage in meetings with staff to provide ongoing feedback on performance and guide professional development. + Assist Area and Practice Leaders with staff loading and staff resource management/allocation. + Maintain a high external profile through membership/attendance in industry organizations and continually growing a contact base + Coordinate and communicate with Human Resource Department, as necessary. **QUALIFICATIONS:** + Servant leadership approach to the business – leading by example + Empathy and understanding while maintaining technical and client service excellence. + A team builder, encourager and willing mentor + Proven ability to build strong partnerships and relationships both internally & externally. + Bachelor’s degree in Civil/ Environmental Engineering, Environmental Science or Geology - Advanced degree is preferred. + A minimum of 12-15 years of experience in the engineering consulting industry. + Registered as a Professional Engineer or Professional Geologist preferred + Demonstrated success in project and client management. + Experience in marketing/business development as it relates to new client acquisition. + Demonstrated people management and mentoring experience. **Salary Range** Salary based upon the depth and relevance of a candidate's experience **Benefits:** + Flexible Work Environment + Paid Parental Leave + Medical + Dental + Vision + Life and AD&D Insurance + Short-Term and Long-Term Disability + 401(k) with Company Match + Paid Time Off + Holidays _Verdantas strives to develop new ways to increase diversity awareness within our organization. We recruit and reward our employees based on capability and performance — regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, educational background, national origin, religion, or physical ability. For us, it is imperative to build balanced teams from all walks of life and we believe that a diverse workforce is a stronger workforce._ **Verdantas is an EOE** **race/color/religion/sex/sexual** **orientation/gender identity/national** **origin/disability/vet** Ready to take the next exciting step in your career journey? Dive into our current job openings and discover the perfect opportunity waiting just for you. Explore our diverse range of roles across various departments and embark on a path towards growth, innovation, and success. 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